A set of samgyeopsal Korean BBQ, near the top of any list of what to eat in Seoul

What to Eat in Seoul: 12 Must-Try Korean Dishes for First-Timers

Last Updated: June 2026 Quick answer: The must-try foods in Seoul are Korean BBQ, bibimbap, tteokbokki, and Korean fried chicken, plus market street food at Gwangjang and warming stews like kimchi jjigae. Most are cheap, and the markets and BBQ streets are the best places to eat them. Figuring out what to eat in Seoul […]

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Passengers at a subway station in Seoul, the easiest way of getting around Seoul

Getting Around Seoul: A First-Timer’s Guide to the Subway, Buses & Taxis

Last Updated: June 2026 Quick answer: The easiest way of getting around Seoul is the subway, paid with a rechargeable T-money card — clean, cheap (about ₩1,400 a ride), and signed in English. Use buses for short hops, taxis via the Kakao T app late at night, and the KTX for trips beyond the city.

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Neon signs lighting up Myeongdong shopping street in Seoul at night

Where to Stay in Seoul: Best Neighborhoods for First-Time Visitors

Last Updated: June 2026 Quick answer: For a first trip, the best place to stay in Seoul is Myeongdong — central, on two subway lines, and walkable to the main sights. Hongdae suits nightlife, Seoul Station suits early trains, Itaewon suits food and bars, Bukchon suits atmosphere, and Gangnam suits modern shopping. Deciding where to

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